How to help farmers prepare for climate change: Lessons learnt from a flooding in the Indian state of Odisha has helped reduce casualties. Reuters/StringerFloods as well as droughts and heatwaves are increasing and will continue to do so in Africa and South Asia. Farmers and governments need to adapt to this changing climate regime. But adaptation requires decisions to be made … [Read more...] about How to help farmers prepare for climate change | The Conversation
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East Cape farmers unite in face of mounting challenges
East Cape farmers unite in face of mounting challenges: FARMING FOCUS: Agri Eastern Cape president Doug Stern (left) and television journalist Freek Robinson were among the keynote speakers on the first day of the Agri EC annual congress in Port Alfred on Thursday. (Port Alfred) – Political instability and the ongoing effects of the crippling three-year drought are among the … [Read more...] about East Cape farmers unite in face of mounting challenges
SA News: Keeping the water flowing – how farmers in South Africa are protecting supplies for future generations
Keeping the water flowing – how farmers in South Africa are protecting supplies for future generations: As I boarded the plane to fly to South Africa for the very first time, I was full of excitement and expectation. I’d heard many great things about WWF’s Mondi Wetlands Programme and now I had the opportunity to experience this work first hand. Source: "South Africa" - … [Read more...] about SA News: Keeping the water flowing – how farmers in South Africa are protecting supplies for future generations
SA News: Zimbabwe farmers’ union leader warns SA to share land
Zimbabwe farmers’ union leader warns SA to share land: Land redistribution is a burning political issue in South Africa and has divided the ruling African National Congress (ANC) ahead of a December conference where President Jacob Zuma’s successor as party leader will be chosen. Many Zuma supporters are ... Source: "South Africa" - BingNews Slight decrease in rhino … [Read more...] about SA News: Zimbabwe farmers’ union leader warns SA to share land
How a lack of access to reliable weather data is hurting African farmers | The Conversation
How a lack of access to reliable weather data is hurting African farmers: Farmers don't get efficient information on weather changes, improving data can change this. Flickr/CDKNetworkMore than 70% of Africa’s population depends on subsistence agriculture for food, jobs and income. The continent has immense potential to feed itself and the world – it’s home to over 60% of … [Read more...] about How a lack of access to reliable weather data is hurting African farmers | The Conversation
